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07 06 silver-leafed tile by Ann sacks (annsacks.com) in the powderroom. lights by Paul Marra (paulmarradesign.com) and tables from jarlath Mellett (jarlathmellett.com) add charm and function. A large, pivoting glass door, meanwhile, provides access to the kitchen. Fabricated by Romanoski Glass and Mirror Co. Inc., it features leaves pressed between sheets of glass, a fitting design for a kitchen filled with custom cabinets made from recycled and sustainable woods, high-end stainless steel appliances and top-of-the-line, shell-flecked granite. Of course, for most people, part of the appeal of living in southern California is being able to dine and entertain outdoors most of the year, and Whitman’s client was no exception. Consequently, she included large folding doors on one side of the kitchen to provide easy access to the outdoor living area, to which she added a recycled, glass mosaic water wall and swimming pool (both were installed by Milo Marble & Tile Co.), a fire pit, kitchen and dining areas, custom-made pool and dining furniture. To make the outdoor living spaces even more eco-friendly, Whitman installed ProLawn synthetic turf on the south side of the home to save water and eliminate the need for pesticides. She also selected plant material that will thrive in southern California’s climate. “I handpicked every single tree,” she says. “I really enjoyed taking on the horticultural and arborist aspects. If I didn’t do interior design, I’d definitely do some kind of landscape architecture.” Right now, she’s happy to continue doing both. 07 the fire pit was fabricated by Milo Marble and tile, and features sectional seating designed by Kari Whitman and fabricated by Nadia of casabella for You (casabellaforyou.com). A MEssAGE FrOM NEW citY DOOr Whether you’re building your new dream home or renovating your current home, New city Door has an entry door for you! Our doors offer quality, elegance, security, custom designs and wide range of sizes. call today for a free estimate at 866- 930-6717. Your imagination is your only limit. A MEssAGE FrOM AcOusticAl FAbric sYstEMs, iNc. AFs would like to thank Kari Whitman, for the opportunity given to our company to work in her creation; AFs is here to give life to any designers’ creation and to provide high quality work. A MEssAGE FrOM PrOlAWN turF Prolawn turf/Player’s choice Putting Greens is arguably one of the most experienced designers and installers of artificial turf amenities anywhere. From 3D conceptual design to the final installed product, diligent attention to detail and an unwavering commitment to quality is the standard. With over 13 years of specialized industry experience, and a passion to be the best, this team has been the called upon by world renowned landscape and golf course architects, professional golfers and athletes, hollywood’s elite, and 1000’s of satisfied customers. When quality and expertise matter most, call on the professionals at Prolawn turf/Player’s choice Greens! www.Prolawnturf.com, www.PlayerschoiceGreens.com SPrING 2012 luxury home quarterly 101